1992 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1992 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1992 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen AX | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
